2023-2024 Series, Workshops and Events

Name
Days
Location
Audition Prep
Prep your upcoming auditions- bring a song, poem/monologue/ learn the choreo (Please see below for prep details).

Class meets weekly on Mondays in stage left. A final private lesson to film your audition is included in the price and will need to be scheduled outside of class time the week after the final class. *if less than 5 students class will be 60 minutes*

Students should come prepared with:
1) A Musical Theatre song that is age appropriate
- This should be a song that you like and know really well. This means the lyrics are memorized, you know how the melody goes.
2) A karaoke track for your song of choice
3) A poem or short monologue that you’re familiar with
- If you are auditioning for Surflight bring in one of the poems listed on their audition 4) Bring your enthusiasm and willingness to try new things. Auditioning can be so fun when you approach it with the right attitude.
Monday
5:45 PM to 7:00 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Dance Series 2-3 yrs Session #1
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Dance Series 4-6 yrs Session #1
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Adult Tap Session #1
Thursday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Dance Series 2-3 yrs Session #2
**No Class on 11/11
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Dance Series 4-6 yrs Session #2
**No class on 11/11**
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Dance Series 2-3 yrs Session #3
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Dance Series 4-6 yrs Session #3
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Dance Series 2-3 yrs Session #4
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Dance Series 4-6 yrs Session #4
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Father Daughter Valentine Dance Class
Join us for a valentine’s themed class packed full of fun with our Dad’s!! Teach your dads all your favorite dance steps!! Come out for kicks, leaps, twirling, partnering, plus dance challenges and games! All of the fun with take place on February 10th and we can’t wait to see you and your fathers on the dance floor! 💖
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Main-Suite #4
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Dance Series 2-3 yrs Session #5
**No class on 3/30 and 4/6**
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Dance Series 4-6 yrs Session #5
No class on 3/30 or 4/6**
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Dance Series 2-3 yrs Session #6
*No class 5/25**
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Dance Series 4-6 yrs Session #6
No class on 5/25**
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Adult Improv Party Time
Friday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F

Spring 2024 Semester

Name
Days
Location
Hip Hop Ages 9-12
Hip Hop: Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside the box by bringing individuality and personal style to the movements. Hip Hop requires students to have the strength and stamina to perform moves; therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up.
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Hip Hop-BOYS ONLY Ages 5-8
This class is created for boys only ages 5-8.
Hip Hop: Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside the box by bringing individuality and personal style to the movements. Hip Hop requires students to have the strength and stamina to perform moves; therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up.
Monday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Hip Hop Ages 6-8
Hip Hop: Hip Hop is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing, breaking, popping and locking. Classes will encourage students to step outside the box by bringing individuality and personal style to the movements. Hip Hop requires students to have the strength and stamina to perform moves; therefore, class includes upper and lower body conditioning as well as a rigorous warm-up.
Monday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Ballet Ages 6-8
In this class, our dancers build on their ballet technique using creative roleplay, costumes, props and will thrive from positive reinforcement. There are opportunities for students in this class to participate in ballet exams which will encourage them to progress through the program/syllabus and work hard to move up into the next graded level.
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Jazz Ages 6-8
Our Jazz students are building on the basics of jazz technique to popular and age appropriate music. Some examples of the techniques our jazz students will learn include turns, kicks, leaps and body isolations.
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Ballet Ages 9-12
In this class, our dancers build on their ballet technique using creative roleplay, costumes, props and will thrive from positive reinforcement. There are opportunities for students in this class to participate in ballet exams which will encourage them to progress through the program/syllabus and work hard to move up into the next graded level.
Tuesday
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Jazz Ages 9-12
Our Jazz students are building on the basics of jazz technique to popular and age appropriate music. Some examples of the techniques our jazz students will learn include turns, kicks, leaps and body isolations.
Tuesday
6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Tap Ages 9-12
This class is designed to develop rhythm, style, and sound. Students will learn a variety of tap styles--from Broadway to Rhythm Tap. Exercises focus on building flexibility of the knees and ankles, coordination, and speed of movement. Concentration placed on developing proper tap technique, producing clear sounds, and having fun.
Wednesday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Ballet Ages 3-5
Wednesday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Tap *Add On* Ages 3-5
**Registration in 3-5 Ballet is required to enroll in this class**
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Tap Ages 13+
Tap classes are designed to develop rhythm, style and sound. Students will learn a variety of tap styles--from Broadway to Rhythm tap. Exercises focus on building flexibility of the knees and ankles, coordination, and speed of movement. Concentration placed on developing proper tap technique, producing clear sounds, and having fun.
Wednesday
6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Pre Pointe
Requirements for Pre-Pointe
Students must be 10-18 years old and have their ballet teacher’s approval to enroll in the pre-pointe class. Students taking pre-pointe must also take 2 ballet technique classes during the week in addition to pre-pointe to ensure that they are building strength and endurance to be ready for pointe. If a student is only taking pre-pointe as a strengthening class and not to be evaluated for pointe readiness, they may just take 1 ballet technique class in addition to pre-pointe. Student may stay in pre-pointe for multiple years until they are ready for pointe class.



Pre-Pointe is a one hour strength and conditioning class. This class is taken barefoot. A portion of this class is spent doing foot/ankle exercises and stretches on the floor. Students also do strenuous core strengthening exercices. A portion of this class will be spent at the barre doing repetitious strength building exercises. This class may include cardio to help build endurance. Pre-pointe is a prerequisite for being considered to dance en pointe at Starlight PAC.





Requirements for Pointe
Our pointe teachers evaluate each student individually to go on pointe. Below we have listed some criteria we are looking for. If your dancer meets some of the basic requirements and wants to be evaluated for pointe they must attend the Pre-Pointe class during our school year. Pointe is an extra class and does not count as a ballet technique class. During our school year session, students must come to ballet class 2x a week (required classes must be taken at SPAC) and their pointe class would be in addition to that. See requirements below.

Student must be 12 or older
Must have 3 consecutive years of ballet training
Must come to ballet technique classes at least 2x a week
Must have taken the pre-pointe class for a minimum of 1 year
Must be entering Advanced Ballet
Must have sufficient strength to do the following:
Be able to hold their turn-out while dancing. The most basic concept of ballet is turnout. Holding turnout and using turnout muscles while dancing is a good sign of strength. If the student does not have the strength to maintain their turnout, they are not strong enough for pointe, since it is much more difficult to hold turnout on pointe.
Proper alignment, foot/leg strength, and flexibility in feet
Use Plie while dancing. Students must use their plies while dancing because this is how they get up en pointe. If they don’t use their plies, they will have to bend the leg incorrectly in order to get en pointe. Plies should be done with the knees pointing straight over their toes and with the heels down.
Keep the heels forward toward the big toe (no sickling). The most stable position for pointe work is to have the weight slightly forward over the big toe. If the weight is over the little toe, it will increase the chances of strain and injury.
Point their feet while dancing (without being reminded!) Students must point their feet while dancing in order to strengthen the muscles that pointe-work requires. If the student is not in the habit of using these foot muscles then they will not be able to support their body weight on pointe.
Pique Passe with a straight leg. Student should have enough strength to push themselves onto half-pointe. This step is harder to do en pointe and a bent leg is usually a sign of weakness.
Be able to do 32 releves in the center without ankles wiggling. Releves are excellent for building up calf muscle strength, which is vital for pointe work. The student must also go up as high on half pointe as she can, since pointe work demands this ability. A student who keeps her heels very low to the ground is not preparing her calf muscles adequately and will not have the strength for pointe work.
Be able to hold a passé balance on demi pointe. The student should be well-placed (hips square, back straight, legs turned out, and to have strength to balance on demi pointe.)
The student must be in good health and able to take a whole class. If the student frequently needs to rest because of illness or injury, she is not strong enough for the extra demands that pre-pointe and pointe work requires.
Summer Requirements for Pointe
Students on pointe must take 1 pointe class during the summer session.
For studio division students, 1 ballet technique class is also required and for training students 2 ballet technique classes are required.
If a pointe student does not take pointe and ballet over the summer, they will not be allowed to dance in their pointe shoes for September and will need to begin the school year in the previous year’s level until cleared by the instructor for safety reasons.
Additional Information:

Pre-Pointe will be required before Pointe 1
If a student is not ready for pointe after evaluation, they must re-take pre-pointe
If a student is coming from another studio and already on pointe, they will be evaluated in Pointe 1 and redirected as necessary
If a student is transferring from another studio and was “going to be placed on pointe”, the student will be sent to Pre-Pointe first and then on to Pointe 1 if they appear to be ready
Pointe Evaluations will be TBD. Students will sign up for a 45 minute time slot.
Thursday
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
All Star Company Dance Class
*This class is for All Star Company Dancers by Audition and Acceptance letter only*
Thursday
5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Teen Dance Ages 13+
Ages 13+. (Adv. Beginner/Intermediate-Advanced) Class will consist of a ballet barre and more jazz centered across the floor and combinations. Class will focus on technique and musicality.
Thursday
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Ballet Ages 3-5
Friday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Tap *Add On* Ages 3-5
**Registration in 3-5 Ballet is required to enroll in this class**
Friday
5:45 PM to 6:15 PM
Studio 'C'
Main-Suite #4
Tap Ages 6-8
In this class students would be learning the basics of tap technique as well as building on their sense of rhythm and their confidence when it comes to performances. Our tappers love dancing to popular, age-appropriate music and getting LOUD!
Monday
4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Musical Theater Ages 3-5
In this class your child will be learning super fun basic skills in an imaginative way using story telling, movement and their voices to create characters and stories in our fun, safe and educational environment.
Monday
5:00 PM to 5:45 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Group Voice Ages 9-12
In Group voice we will work on developing the musical ear and understanding solfege (do, re, mi, etc), while becoming comfortable with our voices and how to use them properly. If you aren't quite ready for the private lesson setting we highly recommend this class! This class is also a great addition to those in lessons to work on ear training, harmonies and music theory skills!
Tuesday
4:15 PM to 4:45 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Musical Theater Ages 9-12
**Please note students must take Group Voice as a co-requisite to this class**

This musical theater class is for younger students who love to act, sing and dance—all at the same time! We will play games, learn theatre vocabulary, and sing songs in unison while learning how to create a character and use our movement to tell a story
Tuesday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
Stage Left-#21F
All Star Company ACAPELLA (Audition Only)
This is an audition based class and for members of our All Star Company only who have received a letter of acceptance for this group class.
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Stage Left-#21F
All Star Company Ages 13+ (Audition Only)
*This class is an audition only class for our All Star Company Students who have received an acceptance letter**
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
All Star Company Ages 6-8 (Audition Only)
**This class if for our All Star Company** By audition and acceptance letter only.**
Wednesday
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
All Star Company Class Ages 9-12
**This class of for our All Star Company** By Audition and acceptance letter only
Wednesday
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Group Voice Ages 13+
Group Voice for 13 and up is a group voice class for the students who want to work on their vocal technique, music theory, and harmony skills! This class will concentrate on the skills necessary for healthy singing in an ensemble setting! This class will concentrate on musicianship skills necessary for individual growth in an ensemble setting. Experience healthy singing while learning to read music!
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Musical Theater Ages 13+
**Please note students must enroll in Group Voice to enroll in Musical Theater**
Teen Musical Theatre will focus on building character, studying various musicals, history of the story, playwrights, and composers. We will dive into character building, stage terminology, basic vocal skills, basic harmonies, basic dance movement and combine all of our skills for a group musical theatre song and dance number!
Wednesday
7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Musical Theater Ages 6-8
**Students must enroll in Group Voice Class in order to register for Musical Theater**
Thursday
4:45 PM to 5:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F
Acting Ages 9-12
Students will focus on "straight play" material as well as scenes within musicals and improvisational games to understand building a character. Some reading required.
Thursday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
'Stage Left'
Stage Left-#21F